Assistant Director Project Management

This position is eligible for telework, which is currently available one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective date of hire.

Summary

The Assistant Director, Project Management, is responsible for managing capital project delivery within a business unit in the MTA Construction and Development (C&D) Delivery Department.  This position is responsible for project management activities that ensure project delivery is safe, efficient, on schedule, within budget, and per project documents, contractual requirements, and relevant policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines.

The Assistant Director, Project Management, monitors project status, mitigates risk, and resolves project issues, consulting with and providing recommendations to senior management for critical issue resolution.  This position coordinates project delivery activities with C&D and operating agency personnel and manages staff, contractors, consultants, and agency forces in the safe and efficient execution of capital projects.

Responsibilities

Manage and perform technical review of engineering drawings.

Coordinate and conduct kickoff meeting and progress meeting, take meeting notes.

Supervise PM, sign off on NTP, SWO, Invoice, and project change order.

Validate project scope, develop risk management plan.

Develop a project cost estimate.  

Coordinate all projects and minimize conflicts.

Interpret data, analyze results using statistical techniques, and provide ongoing reports.     

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction or Project Management, Business Administration, Transportation, or a related field.

Must have a minimum of eight (8) years of related experience.

Must have a minimum of four (4) years in the management of construction programs/projects or supervisory role in a large, multi-faceted organization.

Valid New York State Licensed Professional Engineer or Registered Architect preferred.

Possess knowledge of applicable design and construction standards, codes, guidelines, and regulations.

Working knowledge of Asite project management software. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills are a must. 

Possess the ability to collaborate with a broad range of internal and external project stakeholders.

Other Information

Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the "Commission").

Selection Criteria

Based on the evaluation of education, skills, experience, and interview.

How to Apply

MTA employees must apply via My MTA Portal. You can submit an online application by logging into My MTA Portal, clicking the My Job Search ribbon, and selecting the "Careers" link. Logging in through My MTA Portal will link your BSC ID number to your job application to identify you as an internal applicant.

Equal Employment Opportunity

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are equal opportunity employers, including those with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities.

The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.